The ‘Next Chapter’ for Autodesk 123D apps for 3D design

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Autodesk are consolidating their range of 123D apps in favor of Tinkercad, Fusion 360, and ReMake. The changes affect all apps in the range, which have been useful tools for the 3D printing community. The apps include: 123D Design, 123D Catch, Circuits, 123D Make and 123D Sculpt+.

The full range of Autodesk 123D apps. Screenshot via: 123dapp.com

Judging from comments on social media channels a number of Autodesk 123D users are worried about the change, we take a look at what is happening.

In schools and basic use

For those looking to get started in 3D design, Tinkercad is a free and simple to use 3D modeling program based in-browser. Models are accessible to any computer with internet access and, as proved by SparkyFace5’s #3Dblockzoo movement, are 3D printable. The program is also supported by tutorials and a Teach platform for educational resources.

A #3DBlockZoo monkey designed in Tinkercad by YouTuber PrintThatThing

Consolidated into Tinkercad are features from 123D Sculpt+, 123D Make and 123D Design.

Advanced 3D modeling and industrial use

Fusion 360 is an advanced modeling tool supporting freeform, solid, parametric and mesh techniques. Designs can be simulated for construction and testing in the platform. Multiple users can collaborate on the same model. And it comes with full integrated support for 3D printing .

Beau Jackson is Senior Journalist at 3D Printing Industry. With a longstanding commitment to the site's content, she is credited with producing more articles than any other author in its history. Well-versed in the latest 3D printing research and legal/regulatory challenges, her repertoire spans aerospace, automotive, maritime, medical and creative industries. She is a keen speaker and active representative of the company at key additive manufacturing events.